Our friendly, dedicated, and energetic team is committed to working with you and your family to create a positive experience every time you visit our practice.

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We welcome you with warm smiles to our practice!

 
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Edwin Zaghi, DMD

I love working with children and experiencing their sense of humor and excitement for life. Showing a child that a visit to the dentist can be fun and enjoyable, especially if they are fearful to begin with, is such a great accomplishment. I view myself as a part of a team that includes our staff, our patients, and their parents, all working together to achieve healthy smiles for life.

Education and Continuing Education

  • Bachelor of Arts, Biology – Yeshiva University

  • Doctorate of Medical Dentistry – University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey

  • Pediatric Dental Residency – Children’s National Medical Center, Washington, DC

  • Staying up-to-date with dental innovation is an integral aspect of my job. I complete numerous courses and attend seminars and study club meetings to keep current with the most effective and gentle technology. I do all of this to ensure my patients receive the high quality of care they deserve.

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Professional Affiliations

  • American Board of Pediatric Dentistry

  • Maryland Academy of Pediatric Dentistry

  • Maryland Dental Advisory Board

  • Dentaquest Advisory Board

Outside the Office

I am originally from Los Angeles, CA, and now live in Silver Spring with my wife, our daughter, and our three sons. When I’m not in the office, I love spending time with my family, cooking, and soccer.


 
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Julie Blumenfeld, DDS

I love meeting new people every day and playing a part in their lives. My profession means so much to me: being a positive influence in the lives and health of so many different children, and learning from them in return, makes me look forward to practicing pediatric dentistry. I truly love explaining the importance of prevention to parents and children and empowering kids to keep their mouths healthy.  I have a passion for working with children and young adults, including those with special needs, and believe in educating patients and their families about the importance of oral health and its link to systemic health.

Education and Continuing Education

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  • Bachelor of Science, Neurobiology and Physiology - University of Maryland, College Park

  • Doctorate of Dental Surgery - University of Maryland Dental School Pediatric Dentistry

  • Advanced Education in General Dentistry - University of Maryland Dental School

  • Pediatric Dental Residency – University of Maryland Dental School

 Professional Affiliations

  • American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry

  • Maryland Academy of Pediatric Dentistry

  • American Board of Pediatric Dentistry

Outside the Office

I am originally from Savannah, Georgia, but I have called Baltimore my home for many years. My husband Jacob and I have three beautiful children, Zachary, Isaac, and Ruby.  I love spending time with my children and I also enjoy cooking, traveling, and running.


 
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Sarah Morad, DDS

As a mother, I understand that when you bring your child in for dental care, you are entrusting another person with an important part of their comprehensive health. I treat every child with the same compassion and skill that I would want shown to my own child. Working in a pediatric dental practice gives me the opportunity to provide care to children and young adults with different needs and backgrounds. It also allows me to couple my advanced knowledge of dental treatment and management with my love of learning and connecting with people. It is so rewarding to see a young person progress through their dental health journey and being a guiding partner in their success.

Education and Continuing Education

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  • Bachelor of Science - Salisbury University

  • Master's Degree - Towson University

  • Doctorate of Dental Surgery - University of Maryland Dental School

  • Professional Associations

  • American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry

  • American Association of Women Dentists

  • Maryland State Dental Association

Outside the Office

I am originally from the Eastern Shore of Maryland, and currently live Howard County with my husband Art, and our sons Michael and Zachary. Outside of dentistry my passions include community service, cooking, and traveling. I am also a member of the MOMs Run this Town- Howard County division . On my days off I enjoy exploring our local farmers markets, visiting the parks, and spending time with family and friends.


 
 

 
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Aviva Kramer, DDS

I feel fortunate in my career to be able to encourage and enable kids and their families to maintain a healthy mouth, and to be a partner in their comprehensive care. I love creating connections with my patients, especially children, whose pure curiosity teaches me something new every day. I am particularly motivated to create a positive and comfortable office visit for children. I believe in educating patients and families about the importance of prevention and establishing healthy habits from a young age.

Education

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  • Bachelor of Science, General Business, University of Maryland, College Park

  • Doctorate of Dental Surgery, University of Maryland School of Dentistry, Baltimore

  • Advanced Education in General Dentistry, University of Maryland School of Dentistry, Baltimore

Professional Affiliations

  • Maryland State Dental Association

  • American Dental Association

Outside the Office

I am a native Marylander and currently live in Silver Spring with my husband and our three children. We are fortunate to have a lot of family nearby and enjoy spending time with them. I love our family time, and in my few moments of free time, I enjoy reading, cooking, and exercising.


 
 

 
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Wendy Cara Daulat, DDS

I am most passionate about caring for those who have limited access to dental care. My main focus is treating children with very severe dental disease while they are under general anesthesia in the hospital. It is very exciting and fulfilling to complete all of their dental needs in one visit and take them to an optimal state of dental health.

Education and Continuing Education

  • Doctorate of Dental Surgery – University of Maryland Dental School

  • Advanced General Dentistry Residency – University of Maryland Dental School

  • Pediatric Dentistry Specialty Residency – University of Maryland Dental School

  • I attend meetings and seminars several times throughout the year to keep current on the newest techniques and materials in pediatric dentistry. These courses also give me an opportunity to discuss cases and treatment approaches with fellow colleagues. I am also current in CPR and Pediatric Advanced Life Support.

Professional Affiliations

  • American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry

  • Maryland Academy of Pediatric Dentistry

Outside the Office

I am originally from New York and currently live in Glenelg, MD, with my husband, Chet, our children, Julian and Jaya, and our two German Shepherds. My free time is spent traveling, reading, and skiing. I am also the Class Mother for my son’s first grade class and am very involved in both my children’s school activities.


 
 

Assistants

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Office Manager

 
Melanie, Office Manager

Melanie, Office Manager

 

Front Office

 
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Hygiene

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 Orthodontics

 
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Dr. Edo Lavi

Dr. Edo Lavi is a graduate of UMDNJ Dental School (now Rutgers) and NYU Post Graduate School of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics. After graduating with honors from the University of Dentistry and Medicine of New Jersey, Dr. Lavi was a general practice resident at Long Island College Hospital, where he gained a deeper appreciation of dental treatment in the context of greater overall health and quality of life. He became experienced with medically compromised and handicapped patients, as well as severe head and neck trauma emergencies.
The following year, Dr. Lavi became chief resident at Interfaith Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York. During that year, he had the opportunity to research, publish, and lecture on the topic of sleep apnea, which had just begun to gain recognition.
After graduating from NYU orthodontic school with honors in 2003, Dr. Lavi established his office in Israel. He felt truly blessed to be one of the few members of the American Association of Orthodontics to practice orthodontics in Israel at the highest level until relocating in Maryland in the fall of 2019